
1 day ago
Eddie Hearn Fires Back After Dana White Calls Him a ‘Lunatic’ Amid Boxing Rivalry
Boxing promoter Hearn responded to UFC president White’s “lunatic” remark, saying he’s concerned about White’s temper. “Just chill… It’s only little old me,” Hearn said after criticizing White’s boxing debut event this year. Their rivalry is intensifying as Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing and White’s new Zuffa Boxing prepare to compete directly in 2026, both set to air major events on Paramount.
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1 day ago
Teofimo Lopez Calls for End of Boxing Pay-Per-Views to Boost Global Reach
Lopez, 28, argued that boxing should move away from pay-per-view models to expand its audience. “PPVs are on the way out… viewership is the actual income for investors,” he wrote on X. Lopez said the sport should follow major events like the Super Bowl or NBA Finals, emphasizing that free broadcasts would attract fans and revive boxing’s mainstream appeal.
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1 day ago
Jake Paul Reacts to Gervonta Davis’ Intense Camp For Their Boxing Match
Paul (12-1) claimed his team told him undefeated and WBA lightweight champion “Tank” Davis looks “dangerous in camp” ahead of their boxing showdown on December 15 in Miami. “Shiver me timbers. Four weeks,” Paul posted on X. The 10-round exhibition bout marks Paul’s biggest test yet, as Davis returns to the ring after his March win over Lamont Roach.
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1 day ago
Nico Ali Walsh Condemns Approval of “Muhammad Ali Revival Act”
While Dana White insisted he isn’t changing the original Act, only creating a new version alongside it, but controversy followed. Ali Walsh responded, saying, “Anyone who truly knew my grandfather knows he’d never support this… Don’t speak for us.” The Act ensures fairness, transparency, and promoter accountability in boxing. “It’s disappointing the CSAC is backing this,” he added.
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1 day ago
UFC Boss Dana White Fires Back at Eddie Hearn: “He Sounds Like He’s Reading a WWE Script”
White blasted Hearn after his criticism of Zuffa Boxing’s model, calling him “a f***ing lunatic” & accusing him of hypocrisy. “You’re not gonna do jack sh*t…Where were you the last 20 years?” White added, questioning why Hearn hadn’t taken action before he entered the boxing business. Hearn opposes Zuffa Boxing’s plan to introduce new titles, arguing the UFC-style system doesn’t fit boxing.
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3 days ago
Zhilei Zhang Open to Fighting 20-Year-Old Undefeated Prospect Moses Itauma
“Itauma is a great fighter...We haven’t received anything from Itauma in terms of fighting him. Anyone who wants to fight me. I want to see that contract. I will sign it,” Zhang said. The 42-year-old 'Big Bang' boasts wins over Wilder and Joyce but was stopped by Kabayel in February. Itauma, unbeaten at 13-0, headlines December 13 in Manchester.
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3 days ago
Zhilei Zhang Awaits Final Word on December Clash With Derek Chisora
Zhang (27-3) has accepted terms to face Chisora (36-13) in what’s expected to be the Brit’s 50th and farewell bout on December 13. The Chinese powerhouse, who stopped Joe Joyce and Deontay Wilder before losing to Agit Kabayel, awaits confirmation this week. Chisora, 41, has won four of his last five, including decisions over Joyce and Otto Wallin.
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4 days ago
Andrew Tate Set to Make His Misfits Boxing Debut This December
Tate will face Chase DeMoor for the Misfits heavyweight title on December 20 in Dubai, headlining Misfits 23. The former kickboxing world champion, who holds a 76–9 record, was previously linked to Darren Till but instead chose DeMoor, who has already fought five times this year. Till is also expected to feature on the same card against an unannounced opponent.
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4 days ago
Lamont Roach Says Shakur Stevenson Chose Teofimo Lopez Over Him
Roach revealed his bout with Stevenson was nearly finalized before Shakur opted to face Teofimo Lopez instead, citing “a bigger fight and more money.” The WBA super featherweight champion, 24-1, will defend his title next in December 2025, while WBC lightweight champion Stevenson, 24-0, is scheduled to meet Lopez in January. Roach confirmed they’re targeting their long-awaited clash for 2026.
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8 days ago
Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis vs Uisma Lima: Start Time, Streaming Details, and More
‘Boots’ (34-0) is set to make his super welterweight debut on October 11 at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia against Lima (14-1). The DAZN-streamed main card begins at 9 PM ET, with ring walks scheduled for 11 PM ET. The stacked undercard features Zaquin Moses vs. Antonio Dunton El Jr. and Alexis Barriere vs. Guido Vianello in the co-main event.
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9 days ago
Arslanbek Makhmudov Claims Anthony Joshua Fight Agreed for 2026
Makhmudov says Joshua agreed, “Next year we can do it,” after a “friendly” Instagram exchange. AJ is expected to face him if Makhmudov beats Dave Allen on Saturday, though Allen doubts he’d get the same opportunity with a win. Meanwhile, Tyson Fury & Oleksandr Usyk remain uncertain about their next moves, leaving Joshua’s 2025 return still up in the air.
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10 days ago
Mike Tyson Explains Why He Would Never Fight in the UFC, Even in His Prime
"5 of the biggest UFC fighters combined couldn’t match my pay. I want to be the biggest fighter, earn the biggest purse. I want all that stuff," Tyson said. Even at 58, he reportedly earned $20 million for his exhibition with Jake Paul, surpassing even UFC star Jon Jones’ $6 million purse. Only Conor McGregor, with over $20 million in recent fights, rivals boxing-level paydays.
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10 days ago
Deontay Wilder Teases January Return, Hints at ‘2-Time’ Reign
Wilder (44-4) revealed he’s signed a contract for a January fight, saying, “All I can say is… 2 TIME!” The former WBC heavyweight champion’s tease points to a potential bid to reclaim the title. Ex-UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, who recently moved to boxing, has called for a bout with Wilder; however, the ex-WBC champ is yet to respond.
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14 days ago
Dana White Calls Canelo vs. Crawford ‘As Close to Flawless as It Could Be’
Zuffa Boxing founder White praised the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford event, calling it one of boxing’s best in decades. “The event couldn’t have gone off any better… it was very successful,” he said, noting Netflix and the commission’s satisfaction. White added that the experience will help evolve future boxing events, refining production just as he’s done with UFC.
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18 days ago
Terence Crawford Confirms Errol Spence Spence Was Set for Canelo Alvarez Fight Before Him
“Spence was basically contracted to fight Canelo at 164 if he would have beat me,” Crawford revealed, confirming long-standing rumors. After stopping Spence in July 2023, Crawford later dominated Canelo in September 2025 to become undisputed at super middleweight. He bagged over $50 million for the Canelo fight. In stunning fashion, he derailed both careers, cementing his place in boxing history.
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18 days ago
Terence Crawford Reveals Why Turki Alalshikh Avoided Marathon Saudi Talks
“This is an honorable thing… Turki is not only my friend but also my favorite fighter,” Crawford said post major win over Canelo, explaining why Alalshikh skipped nine hours of Saudi negotiations. The PIF chairman’s absence was deliberate, avoiding conflict while ensuring Crawford’s interests stayed protected, an unusual show of loyalty shaping the business behind boxing’s biggest events.
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20 days ago
Canelo Alvarez Puts Next Fight on Hold After $100M Payday
Alvarez, 35, will undergo elbow surgery after his September 13 defeat to Terence Crawford at Allegiant Stadium, postponing his planned February Riyadh fight. The four-division champion, 63-3-2 with 39 knockouts, has two bouts left on his Riyadh Season deal. Despite the setback, Alvarez vowed he will not retire and may now return in mid-2026.
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20 days ago
Post-Fight Brawl Hospitalizes Wanderlei Silva, Sends Acelino Freitas to Surgery
After being knocked out in a post-fight brawl, Silva said, “My situation really isn’t good. I have to go to the hospital for more tests.” His opponent Freitas has now revealed scans showing internal bleeding and a broken right hand. He apologized for the chaos but blasted Silva’s headbutts that caused a DQ. Freitas now needs surgery, scrapping his Nov. 1 boxing return.
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20 days ago
Dana White Teases 'New Boxing' Ring Design, Hints at Possible Rule Changes
White revealed that Zuffa Boxing, in partnership with Turki Alalshikh, is rethinking tradition. “Already working on a new design for the ring… had a huge design meeting yesterday,” he said, noting LEDs will be part of the setup. While stressing no confirmed plans, he added, “I wouldn’t say no” to future rule changes, signaling his push to reshape boxing’s presentation.
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20 days ago
Dana White Vows No Changes to Muhammad Ali Act in Boxing Expansion
White addressed concerns over boxing’s Muhammad Ali Act, the 2000 law protecting fighters’ rights. “There will be zero changes… not one word. We’re gonna add on to it,” he said. Fighters can compete under the original framework or Zuffa’s version. With White pushing boxing’s future alongside Turki Alalshikh, athletes must decide whether to trust tradition or his new model.
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20 days ago
Dana White Celebrates Paramount Deal for Zuffa Boxing’s Global Launch
Zuffa Boxing, spearheaded by White and Turki Alalshikh, after the record success of Crawford vs. Alvarez, has bagged a major media deal beginning January 2026. The partnership launches with 12 events on Paramount+, with select cards airing on CBS. “I’m excited to bring great boxing events to a global audience,” White said. Alalshikh called it “the future for live boxing coverage.”
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22 days ago
Conor McGregor Pays Emotional Tribute to Ricky Hatton at BKFC 81: "Was a Special Man"
At Manchester’s AO Arena, McGregor honored late boxing icon Hatton, calling him “the greatest fighter of the United Kingdom… a man who paved the way for many… a hero of mine.” The former world champion, found dead on September 14, famously defeated Kostya Tszyu and was named Fighter of the Year in 2005 before facing Mayweather & Pacquiao. His funeral is set for October 10.
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22 days ago
Gervonta Davis Hints at Retirement After Jake Paul Exhibition Bout
Davis shocked fans by declaring, “Boxing is dead. I am retiring in 8 weeks.” The WBA lightweight champ faces YouTuber-turned-pro-boxer Paul (12-1) in an exhibition on Nov. 14 at Miami’s Kaseya Center. At 30, Tank is viewed as in his prime with a 30-0 pro record with 28 KOs, but mounting frustrations could make the Paul fight his last.
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23 days ago
Undefeated Gervonta Davis Shrugs Off Loyalty in the Sport: “Move Accordingly”
Davis vented on X after backlash to his November 14 exhibition with Jake Paul, declaring “boxing is dead. I am [retiring] in 8 weeks.” Fans pressed him to fight Shakur Stevenson, but Davis fired back, arguing they ignored calls for a Lamont Roach rematch. “It’s hate and jealousy,” he wrote, dismissing critics while sidelining top names like Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney.
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24 days ago
Jacqueline Calvo vs. Alma Meraz: Fight Preview and How to Watch
On Sept. 27 in Naucalpan, Calvo faces Meraz for the vacant WBA Interim Light Flyweight crown. Calvo (24-9-2) brings big-fight experience and home support, while Meraz (10-4-1), fighting for her first world title, looks to snap her skid. Fans can watch live on DAZN. The winner could earn a clash with reigning champion Evelin Bermúdez, fresh off a KO win over Sara Bailey.
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